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Machinist

Machinist

Kratos DefenseBirmingham, AL, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY :

This position is responsible for a variety of assigned machining tasks including machining, documenting, and analyzing machined product to insure usable samples and / or hardware for engineering research. This position must program more complex CAM functionality and document procedures and techniques for each machining project.

Key Responsibilities

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  • Perform close tolerance and high-quality machine work in a timely and cost-effective manner on the most complex tasks.

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  • Independently determine and develop approach to solutions by applying standard machining techniques.
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  • Program complex CAM functionality.
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  • Document procedures and techniques accurately for all assigned projects.
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  • Machine all hardware and specimens in exotic and one-of-a-kind materials to precise tolerances.
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  • Ensure final product meets design specifications.
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  • Make recommendations on ways to improve design and repeatability.
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  • Perform other duties as may be required by supervisor.
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  • Keep work area organized - apply 6S principles to assigned areas and actively assist shop supervisor in shop-wide implementation.
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  • Others may be added.
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    Position Specific

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  • Perform work with shop equipment including lathe, mills, grinders, and measuring tools.
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  • Interpret blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions.
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  • Maintain shop equipment and cleanliness of shop area.
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  • Maintain safe conditions in work area.
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  • May provide training to less experienced machinists.
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  • Estimate cost of jobs, select materials, lay out work, and make inspections.
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  • Make recommendations to engineers on ways to improve specimen and / or hardware.
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    Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

    Minimum Qualifications

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  • US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
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  • Associate degree or Trade / Vocational Certification in Machining plus 5 years of applicable machining experience, or HS / GED plus 10 years of applicable machining experience.
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  • Experience with a broad application of principles, theories, concepts and techniques, plus a working knowledge of other related fields.
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  • Demonstrated ability to precision machine all hardware and specimens in difficult to machine materials.
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    Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous applicable experience working with precision machining equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and measuring tools in a research environment.
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    Job Specific Behaviors

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  • Planning and Organization - Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives
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  • Attention to detail - Utilizes established monitoring system, records data accurately and in a timely manner, and ensures accuracy of data.
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  • Technical Expertise - Possesses and applies professional / technical knowledge, skills, experience, and judgment to accomplish a result, serve customers better, and contribute to organization's intellectual capital.
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  • Communicates with Impact - Expresses thoughts and ideas effectively in individual and group situations; adjusts language to the needs of the audience. Ideas are clearly defined in grammatically correct written communication.
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    Work Environment & Conditions

  • This position involves work in a high bay area using a variety of machining apparatus. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required including :
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  • Safety glasses
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  • Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
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  • Safety shoes
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  • Respirator as required
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  • Current tetanus shot required.
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    Physical Demands

    In performing the work for this position, the technician must be able to :

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  • Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
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  • Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
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  • Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
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  • Walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.
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  • Lift / carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
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  • Pull or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
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  • Grasp objects utilizing the fingers (fine motor manipulation).
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  • Reach for objects above the head or below the waist.
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  • Stoop or crouch by bending at the waist or by bending the legs.
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  • Withstand exposure to constant or intermittent high noise levels.
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    (No phone calls please)

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